Copper(II) sulfate pentahydrate and ammonia solution are hazardous chemicals that require proper handling. All waste generated during the experiment was disposed of according to laboratory guidelines.
The legacy of Woollins’ Reagent lives on in every lab that still synthesizes a new selenocarbonyl, and the Inorganic Experiments collection remains the definitive guide for getting those hands dirty—safely and successfully. Inorganic Experiments Woollins.pdf
A standard post-lab report would include: Inorganic Experiments Woollins.pdf
The synthesis typically involves the reaction of PhPCl(_2) with a source of Se(^2-) ions under an inert atmosphere (nitrogen or argon). Inorganic Experiments Woollins.pdf